# QuickBooks Self vs Gridwise

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gridwise at 75% against QuickBooks Self's 24%. Gridwise also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and chart position (#30 vs unranked). QuickBooks Self's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QuickBooks Self sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Gridwise sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gridwise holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.8K and 29K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of QuickBooks Self's written reviews are positive against 75% of Gridwise's.

QuickBooks Self ships an update monthly, Gridwise every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | QuickBooks Self | Gridwise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickbooks-self-employed/id898076976/reviews) | **[4.9 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6.8K | **29K** |
| Positive reviews | 23.6% of reviews | **74.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#30** |
| Size | 284 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Intuit Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/313441566) | [Gridwise, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215991381) |

## What reviewers say

### QuickBooks Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quickbooks-self-employed/id898076976)

This mobile app serves as a companion for existing QuickBooks Self-Employed web subscribers. It allows users to track mileage and expenses, with data syncing seamlessly across devices. Sign in with your existing credentials to begin.

**Highlights:** Mileage tracking, Expense tracking, Data syncs across devices, Companion app for web subscribers, Sign in with existing credentials

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QuickBooks Self-Employed | $6.99 | per month |
| Quickbooks Self-Employed | $14.99 | per month |
| QuickBooks Self-Employed | $14.99 | per month |
| QuickBooks Self-Employed | $14.99 | per month |
| QuickBooks Self-Employed + TurboTax Bundle | $16.99 | per month |
| QuickBooks Self-Employed | $19.99 | per month |
| Self-Employed + TurboTax | $29.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent mileage tracker
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for managing tax expense deductions
- 💡 Useful for small businesses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent mileage tracking
- 🐛 Unreliable bank connection
- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy
- 🔍 Poor customer service
- 💰 Expensive for the features provided

**Reported bugs**

- Mileage tracking not working consistently
- Transactions not syncing properly with bank accounts
- Invoices not working as expected after updates
- Duplicate transactions and data loss issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to import past mileage data
- Option to manually start/stop mileage tracking
- Improved invoice customization and partial payment options
- Better categorization and rules for expenses
- Ability to handle multiple businesses


### Gridwise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382)

**Currently charting:** #30 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

This app helps gig, hourly, and freelance workers maximize their earnings and manage expenses. It provides insights into profitable work opportunities, simplifies tax deductions with automatic mileage tracking, and offers exclusive perks. Join a community of over 1 million workers to boost your income and efficiency.

**Highlights:** Track mileage and expenses, Boost earnings with insights, Automatic earnings download, Airport and event insights, Simplify tax preparation, Exclusive user perks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gridwise Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $42.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent mileage and earnings tracking
- 📊 Detailed insights and analytics
- 🔍 Helpful airport and event information
- 💰 Saves money on taxes
- 🤝 Good customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing issues with gig apps
- 🔍 Limited insights for some markets
- 💰 Premium subscription may not be worth it for some users
- 🔧 Manual entry required for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Airport and event information not always accurate
- Mileage tracking not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track tolls and parking expenses
- Improve mileage tracking automation
- Expand insights and recommendations to more markets
- Allow multiple shifts per day


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QuickBooks Self free?

QuickBooks Self is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Gridwise free?

Gridwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QuickBooks Self or Gridwise?

Gridwise is rated higher. QuickBooks Self averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Gridwise averages 4.9 from 29K ratings.

### Do QuickBooks Self or Gridwise have ads?

Gridwise shows ads; QuickBooks Self does not.

### Which is updated more often, QuickBooks Self or Gridwise?

QuickBooks Self ships an update monthly, and Gridwise every 3 weeks. Most recently, QuickBooks Self was updated on November 1, 2026 and Gridwise on November 1, 2026.

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